BESSIE SMITH HALL

CHATTANOOGA, TN

Bessie Smith Hall is a historic theater located in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Built in 1927, the theater was designed by architect R.H. Hunt and is named for blues singer Bessie Smith, a native of Chattanooga. The theater is a two-story, brick building with a flat roof, featuring an auditorium with a balcony and a stage area. The theater has a seating capacity of 600 and is decorated with ornate murals and art deco designs.

Bessie Smith Hall has been used for a variety of events since its opening, including vaudeville shows, plays, and concerts. Today, the theater hosts a variety of musical and theatrical productions, including plays, musicals, concerts, and films. It is also used for special events, such as weddings and corporate functions. The theater is managed by the Chattanooga Theatre Centre and is open to the public for performances and special events.

In 1982, the theater was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The theater has also been featured in several films, including The Fugitive and The Client. Bessie Smith Hall is an important part of Chattanooga's cultural heritage, offering visitors a unique and historic space to experience the performing arts.

BESSIE SMITH HALL is a Historical Societies, Historic Preservation in CHATTANOOGA TN. US MID #8404700124

The museum is classed as HSC (Historical Societies, Historic Preservation). It comes under American Alliance of Museums (AAM) region: Southeastern (Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia, West Virginia).

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• telephone: 4232668658
• website: http://www.caamhistory.com

BESSIE SMITH HALL
200 E ML KING BLVD
CHATTANOOGA
TN
37403

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